Medical Assistant

ChenMed LLC; Mount Airy (MD); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 69,514,000; Full time

Job summary

ChenMed is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians at our Mount Airy location. You will measure vitals, record history, prepare patients for exams, and assist with procedures under supervision.

Your role includes collecting specimens, performing basic lab tests, and communicating patient needs to the care team. Qualified candidates have at least a high school diploma and relevant program completion, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, EMT, or Paramedic program.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience as MA/PCT/EMT/Paramedic.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record patient vital signs.
• Record patient interview and medical history.
• Communicate patient needs to PCP and clinicians.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians.
• Collect phlebotomy and other lab specimens; perform basic waived lab tests.
• Prepare and administer medications; assist with treatments under physician supervision.
• Maintain supplies, equipment and OSHA safety standards.
• Process patient messages and relay information to physicians.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Data accuracy

Pressure management

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

EMT/Paramedic program

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Measures and records patient vital signs
• records patient interview and medical history
• Catalogs and communicates patient needs to the PCP, Clinician, Specialist and/or other clinical personnel
• Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests; assists physician with exams; explains treatment procedures and physicians' instructions to patient
• Observes patients and reports any changes in patient conditions to the PCP, Clinician, Specialist and/or other clinical personnel
• Perform non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions
• Collects phlebotomy and other lab specimens; performs basic waived lab tests
• Prepares and administers medications; changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures; uses CPR skills when necessary, all under physician supervision
• Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks and sterilizes instruments; practices OSHA safety standards; performs accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times
• Processes patient phone messages, returning calls and routing them to other team members as appropriate; calls patients to obtain and relay pertinent information for the physician
• Upon physician approval and authorization, calls in prescriptions to the pharmacy
• Uses communication skills with appropriate medical terminology; and follows appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct; authorized individuals will use the ChenMed Rx system to support physician medication dispensing
• Provides health coaching to a defined group of patients to support healthy lifestyle choices
• Follows up with coached patients via weekly calls
• Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with a heart of compassion and empathy towards our patients and families Exceptional oral and written communication skills, time management skills and organizational skills Ability to effectively collaborate and partner with team members, including physicians and other clinicians, market leaders, center managers, nurses, case managers, front desk staff, center managers, and market leaders Mindset focused on resolving problems for patients and achieving team goals Knowledge of medical products, terminology, services, standards, policies and procedures Skilled in basic phone and computer operation Must be detail-oriented to ensure accuracy of reports and data Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow Ability to act calmly in busy or stressful situations Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel plus a variety of other word-processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail and presentation software Ability and willingness to travel locally and/or regionally up to 10% of the time to assist in covering other centers, as needed Spoken and written fluency in English Flexible to work evening, weekends and/or holidays as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:

High school diploma or equivalent education (GED) required Graduation from a nationally accredited Program in one of the following is required: Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician Program, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic A minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, EMT or Paramedic required BLS for Healthcare Providers required Experience working with geriatric patients is a plus EMR system experience preferred

PAY RANGE:

$17.0 - $24.26 Hourly The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

https://chenmed.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care. ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.

WHO WE ARE

ChenMed is a family-owned, family-oriented organization committed to bringing superior health care to moderate-to-low-income seniors. Our vision To positively change American healthcare through primary care innovation for the neediest populations. Our mission To provide a convenient, patient-centered environment that fosters enduring relationships between doctors, staff and patients and delivers superior outcomes and a compassionate experience. We will create a healthcare system specifically for our patients' needs through dedicated doctors, a supportive team, and customized technology, and achieve value through scalable innovation, resourcefulness andaccountability. Our patient promise You are the reason we are here. Your coordinated healthcare and well-being is our focus. Like a member of our family, we will take care of you in good times and in times of need.